Institutional Overview
IIT Madras has been ranked India's #1 engineering institute for 7 consecutive years by NIRF. Located on a 620-acre forested campus inside Guindy National Park, it offers a unique blend of academic excellence and natural beauty. Established in 1959 with German assistance, IIT Madras is known for its strong research culture, incubation ecosystem (largest in India), and exceptional faculty. The institute is home to several national research centers and has produced numerous successful entrepreneurs and researchers.
Academic Programs & Specializations
IIT Madras offers undergraduate B.Tech curricula across the following core and interdisciplinary programs:
| Program Discipline | Duration | Seat Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science | 4 Years | 105 |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 4 Years | 135 |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 4 Years | 168 |
| B.Tech Chemical Engineering | 4 Years | 84 |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | 4 Years | 64 |
| B.Tech Aerospace Engineering | 4 Years | 48 |
Tuition Fees & Cost of Living
Audited breakdown of tuition and campus residential charges for undergraduate scholars:
JoSAA Closing Rank Reference (2025)
Official Round 6 closing ranks across standard reservation categories:
| Branch | OPEN | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 147 | 72 | 32 | 14 |
| EE | 823 | 412 | 165 | 78 |
| ME | 2,156 | 1,023 | 478 | 231 |
Campus Placement Records & Recruiter Network
IIT Madras sustains consistent placement metrics with prominent global engineering and financial enterprises:
Campus Life & Residential Infrastructure
IIT Madras campus is unique - located inside a deer park with spotted deer, blackbucks, and monkeys roaming freely. The 19 hostels, research park, and innovation hub create a perfect environment for learning. The annual fest 'Saarang' and tech fest 'Shaastra' are major attractions. Chennai's pleasant climate (compared to North India's extreme weather) is a bonus.